BSc Financial Mathematics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Mathematics and Financial Analysis. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Financial Analysis, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme builds a strong foundation in mathematical and statistical principles to prepare for careers in quantitative analysis, risk management, financial modelling, and investment banking.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB-ABB. / Required subjects: Mathematics at Grade A IB: 34-33 / Required subjects: Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL6 or Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL6/SL7. BTEC: DDD. Additionally, A-level Mathematics grade A.
What students say
Based on about 33 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Finance Professionals: 15%
- Customer service occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 135 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 31%
- South East: 47%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introductory Economics
- Calculus
- Algebra
- Probability And Statistics
- Principles Of Microeconomics
- Linear Algebra
- Mathematical Programming And Professional Skills
- Multivariable Calculus
- Intermediate Microeconomics 1
- Ordinary Differential Equations
- Mathematical Statistics
- Operations Research And Optimization
- Curves And Surfaces
- Functions Of A Complex Variable
- Stochastic Processes
- Intermediate Microeconomics 2
- Numerical And Computational Methods
- Linear Statistical Models
- Derivatives Markets
- Games, Markets And Information
- Graphs And Networks
- Manifolds And Topology
- Literature Review
- International Trade
- Topics In Microeconomics
- Bayesian Inference For Data Sciences
- Financial Methods And Quantum Optimisation
- Quantum Mechanics And Quantum Computing
- Corporate Finance & Portfolio Management
- Mathematical Time Series
- International Finance
- Literature Review Ii
- Mathematical Ecology And Epidemiology
- Mathematics Of Data Science
- Stem Education And Public Engagement
- Bsc Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Financial Mathematics at University of Surrey earn?
The median salary is £25,500 after 15 months, £34,000 after 3 years, £44,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £35,500 and £56,000. The £44,000 median after five years is £4,500 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Financial Mathematics at University of Surrey do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Financial Mathematics at University of Surrey?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Financial Mathematics at University of Surrey?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 123 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Financial Mathematics at University of Surrey?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.